Ahmed Farah named new KNCCI CEO

The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) board of directors has announced the appointment of Ahmed Farah as the chamber’s new CEO.

Farah is the immediate former country director for TradeMark Africa in Kenya and succeeds Patrick Nyangweso at the helm of KNCCI, a membership-based private-sector organisation that represents Kenya's business community.

“His expertise in creating strategic public-private partnerships has significantly boosted international investments to modernize Kenya's infrastructure and trade systems,” KNCCI President Erick Rutto said.

“Mr Farah's vision aligns closely with KNCCI's commitment to enhancing Kenya's competitive edge in the global market.”

Farah has pioneered initiatives under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) framework, said Dr Rutto, especially towards supporting women and youth entrepreneurs.

“His role on Kenya's National Investment Council, as appointed by President William Ruto, underscores his importance in shaping investment strategies and policies that attract global investors and stimulate sustainable growth,” said the KNCCI president.

Farah holds a master’s degree in international development from the University of Manchester, U.K., and a bachelor’s in commerce from Kenyatta University.

He has also served on a presidential think tank focused on rebuilding Kenya's economy post-Covid-19.